Jacob Batson, M.D., is an accomplished radiologist, specializing in both musculoskeletal radiology and neuroradiology. Prior to joining Radsource, Dr. Batson served as a partner physician at Vulcan Imaging Associates in Birmingham, Alabama, where he established himself as a highly regarded professional in the field.
Dr. Batson completed his medical degree at the University of South Alabama College of Medicine (USACOM), after earning a Bachelor of Science in chemistry from the University of Alabama, where he graduated summa cum laude and was a 4-year National Merit Scholar. After medical school, Dr. Batson continued his training with a diagnostic radiology residency at the University of Florida College of Medicine. He then specialized in musculoskeletal imaging with a fellowship at Alabama Sports Medicine Imaging, where he trained alongside orthopaedic surgery residents of the Andrews Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center. Subsequently, Dr. Batson completed a neuroradiology fellowship at the University of Alabama School of Medicine.
Dr. Batson has earned numerous honors and awards and, notably, was the recipient of the Steven Karl Teplick, MD, FACR Memorial Award in 2011, presented to the outstanding graduating student entering radiology. His academic achievements include memberships in honor societies such as Phi Beta Kappa and Alpha Omega Alpha.
Dr. Batson has made several scholarly contributions to the field of radiology, including a variety of publications and exhibits. He is active in various professional societies, including the American College of Radiology, American Roentgen Ray Society, Radiological Society of North America, and the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society.
When not practicing radiology, Dr. Batson enjoys golf, hiking, and water sports on the lake.